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Agro-Ecosystems and Farming

Name: Agro-Ecosystems and Farming
Price: 254.7 SGD

Training Provider: Republic Polytechnic

Course Reference: TGS-2023018059

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About This Course

This module is part of the Diploma in Applied Science (Urban Agricultural Technology).

What You'll Learn

Students will be introduced to different types of agricultural farms, providing a relation between fresh produce, their growth requirements and building the most suitable ecosystem. This module allows the student to understand the different ecological factors and parameters that affect farm production and their application in the farm ecosystem and farm planning process. Students will also learn more about managing farm externalities, such as the use of pesticide or fertiliser runoff and their effects on the wider ecosystem.

Entry Requirements

" At least 3 ‘O’ Level passes in the following subjects:
- English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 – 7
- Any Science subject Grade 1 – 6
- Any 1 relevant subject subject Grade 1 – 6
and at least 1 year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec
• GPA ≥ 2.0
OR
• GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

Nitec
• GPA ≥ 3.5
OR
• GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Higher Nitec in Technology/Services
• GPA ≥ 2.0 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience
Nitec in Technology/Services
• GPA ≥ 3.5 AND at least 1 year relevant work experience

WSQ
• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least 1 year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA

• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience or supporting evidence of competency readiness.